Our church is our sanctuary, but it is not immune to realities of our world. In the disaster world language it’s called ‘active shooter.’ In most churches the only ones who can observe who is coming into worship is the pastor in the pulpit, maybe the choir from the loft, and possibly the greeters or deacons at the door. Most of the congregation is facing the other direction. But there are resources to consult:

Resources on Fire Safety

While we all know that the church is not a building, the loss of your building due to fire is often devastating for a congregation. Have a look at these resources as a first step toward protecting your church.

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